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There you go again - wistfully daydreaming of your future home. You're ready to buy, but after weeks of looking for that perfect combo of location, price, and style – you begin to wonder if your dream will ever come true. Consider this: How about buying a beautiful parcel of land and building something to suit your style?  Or, how about a less expensive, temporary solution like securing the land and adding a tiny house, a yurt, or even a mobile home.  Explore our three-part series for some creative ideas on how to get the home of your dreams. 

Here we have a great property in Saugerties NY. With over 19 acres you can add a prefab home like this gorgeous Lindal model - the Cascade 2493. 

19 Acres in Saugerties NY / See Full Listing HERE /…

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Many first-time home buyers have difficulty scraping together that often elusive down payment, but the State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA) offers several programs that can help make home ownership a more attainable dream.

If you qualify – or want to buy a home in specific areas of the state – SONYMA can ease your financial burden with competitive fixed interest rates, low down payment requirements, and down payment assistance. With some of their programs, up to 97% of a property’s value may be financed – and your down payment can be a much more manageable 1% of the home’s value. And, depending on your situation, there are several programs to choose from: SONYMA programs are available for most first-time home buyers, with special…

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Grab your honey and sit under the stars in the Hudson Valley to experience the explosive joy of Independence Day!  Here are a few towns that know how to celebrate in style: 

Saugerties / Cantine Memorial Field, Saugerties  / Saturday, July 4 - Fireworks at dusk (FREE) 

Kingston
 / T.R. Gallo Park on the Rondout, Downtown Kingston
 (FREE)  / Saturday, July 4. Festivities start at 6 PM and fireworks at 9:30 PM

Windham / Windham Mountain (FREE) / Saturday, July 4, 6-9 PM

And they also offer a sky ride: Could you imagine sitting atop Windham Mountain, watching the stars and viewing 4th of July fireworks and the town of Windham from 3500 feet? $50 Per couple. All Sky Rides must be pre-purchased by July 1st to reserve your space on our…

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Today we get The Real Deal with Jason Jones of Ingrained Building Concepts. Having started out as an architectural student, Jason realized not only is great design a foundation for a successful project but understanding what goes into making that design a reality is equally important. He always takes the time to listen and guide clients through the decision-making process and applies proven best practices to every phase of a job. His goal is to provide a professional experience throughout the entire process from concept to completion.

Lisa Halter: What was your very first project?

Jason Jones: The first job as my own company was a mudroom for a client who trained dogs for a living. The mudroom was truly essential to corral her current dogs…

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Good food and rockin' music have never been at a loss in Woodstock, especially on a Sunday. In the center of town, on the Village Green, every Sunday at 4 PM you'll hear the rhythmic sounds of the Woodstock Drumming Circle. Meander over and take in the colorful scene. If you're so inclined, pick up a drum or get up and dance - that's the spirit of this town! After you experience that burst of freedom - you'll be famished. No worries - we've got you covered. Below you'll find four fab places for a quick bite as you tap your foot to the lingering echoes of one of our favorite community events. #FeelTheRhytymOfTheBeat

Woodstock NY Drumming Circle

Check out these YouTube Videos to really feel the action! 

 

And Now -…

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See Full Listing HERE: 551 Mink Hollow Road, Woodstock NY / $849K

Just listed! An enchanting colonial home rich in history, privately sited on Mink Hollow Road - one of Woodstock's most scenic dead-end roads. This gracious compound consists of four bedrooms and three bathrooms in the main house, a pool house with full bath, and a heated saline in-ground gunite pool, and a hot tub with outdoor shower. 

Perched up on a hill deep in the Catskill Mountains, surrounded by trees and mountain views, below the hill is a stream easily accessed by stone steps.

The first level starts with a gracious hallway that leads to the grand living room with beamed and vaulted ceilings, a custom river stone fireplace, and tall French doors leading to the…

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We love our job. Nothing gives us more pleasure than knowing we helped make someone's home dreams come true... except this. When our clientele and friends welcome a pet into their home, especially a rescue, our hearts glow with love. If you live in the Hudson Valley or are about to move here, there's nothing better than sharing your home and your life with a furry friend. Every day is filled with cuteness, companionship, and love. Here are some photos from our Pinterest Board: Our Furry Friends. 

If you're looking to adopt an adorable pet - visit Ulster County SPCA and get ready to meet your new BFF!

A Dog Day Afternoon in the Hudson Valley: 

You'll experience years of amusement with a dash of mischief:

Adopt a Pet! Call…

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Own a piece of Woodstock history in this spacious, charming 1917 Farmhouse with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. This home has the best of both worlds - with an easy walk to town but perfectly private, on 2.4 landscaped acres with gardens and a pond. Rumor has it this was an old speakeasy during prohibition. If these walls could talk!

Click HERE for the full listing: 102 Ratterman Road, Woodstock Road / $649K

The dramatic great room features a beamed cathedral ceiling and bluestone fireplace, stepping up to a spacious dining room and French doors leading to the romantic screened-in porch.

The huge open gourmet kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances, and a large island. The kitchen leads out to the cedar deck and…

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There are stunning Victorian homes on the market right now! From elegant Victorian estates to reimagined Victorian homes with a modern twist to traditional vintage manors, there's a wide range of choices for fans of the Victorian style and old house charm. A few of the homes featured below are set up and run as B&B’s so if you're looking for a business venture, let's talk! 


46 Livingston Street, Rhinebeck NY / $1,795,000 -  Click Here for Full Listing  

The John O'Brien Residence, a Second Empire Victorian built in 1875, is one of the village's most well-known landmark homes. Soaring three stories up, the home is distinctive with its straight mansard roofs, ornate hood above the front entrance and 2-dimensional carving and…

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I'm sure you’ve heard it before – Kingston NY is going through a bit of a revival, abuzz with a fresh energy, creativity, and an inspiring entrepreneurial spirit. There are festivals and flea markets, farm-fresh foods and artisanal delights. Great music and intriguing art. Tech meetups, and so much more. It seems every day a new store opens, a building is undergoing renovation, and people are moving in. With so much going on, you’re sure to work up an appetite. Here's a list of some of our favorite haunts to get you and your friends through your dining experience in Kingston.

OUTDATED CAFE /  314 Wall Street

For a delicious breakfast or a casual lunch, Outdated Café is a great choice. It’s a vegetarian restaurant serving…

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